Education and career guidance to military spouses worldwide, offering comprehensive resources and tools for all stages of career progression.
Free, comprehensive coaching services to all eligible military spouses. Career coaches offer career exploration, education options, information about credential and licensing requirements, employment readiness resume help, and networking opportunities.
My Career Advancement Account Scholarship provides up to $4,000 in financial assistance to eligible military spouses for the pursuit or maintenance, including continuing education courses, of a license, certification, or associate degree necessary to gain employment in an occupation or career field.
Scholarship Finder search tool lists financial assistance resources offered specifically to military spouses.
Assists unemployed or underemployed individuals with obtaining and sustaining gainful employment. Services include: job search training, interview skills/class, resume and cover letter writing, computer class and resource center. This is also an Iowa Career Access Point, which allows clients to register for work or apply for unemployment insurance through Iowa Workforce Development.
Success in the Work Place is a class that focuses on keeping a job once you get it. The focus of this class is on seven important workplace behaviors: attitude, attendance, appearance, ambition, accountability, acceptance, and appreciation.
Job Club Class is provided to help build soft skills (self-esteem, goal setting, emotions in the workplace, dealing with difficult people in the workplace, etc.).
Computer Class (basics of computer use and Word, two times per month).
Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, testing clerical skills, employer services, labor market and apprenticeship information, bonding, veterans services, resume design, interviewing skills, and job searching techniques. Career Resource Center and Internet use available.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need.
Registered Apprenticeship System provides information for individuals interested in apprenticeship opportunities and for employers searching for proven strategies to develop talent and build a skilled workforce. Provides information on funding opportunities, program information, services for veterans, and links to federal resources and union websites participating in the Registered Apprenticeship System. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and complete one to six years of paid, supervised, work based training and technical instruction to become certified in the profession of their choice.
Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, testing clerical skills, employer services, labor market and apprenticeship information, bonding, veterans services, resume design, interviewing skills, and job searching techniques. Career Resource Center and Internet use available.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need.
Registered Apprenticeship System provides information for individuals interested in apprenticeship opportunities and for employers searching for proven strategies to develop talent and build a skilled workforce. Provides information on funding opportunities, program information, services for veterans, and links to federal resources and union websites participating in the Registered Apprenticeship System. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and complete one to six years of paid, supervised, work based training and technical instruction to become certified in the profession of their choice.
Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, testing clerical skills, employer services, labor market and apprenticeship information, bonding, veterans services, resume design, interviewing skills, and job searching techniques. Career Resource Center and Internet use available.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need.
Registered Apprenticeship System provides information for individuals interested in apprenticeship opportunities and for employers searching for proven strategies to develop talent and build a skilled workforce. Provides information on funding opportunities, program information, services for veterans, and links to federal resources and union websites participating in the Registered Apprenticeship System. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and complete one to six years of paid, supervised, work based training and technical instruction to become certified in the profession of their choice.
Provides one-on-one assistance to job seekers for job searches, resume assistance, interview preparation, and employer connections. Multiple Career Fairs during the year connect job seekers with employers. Walk-ins and also pre-arranged appointments with a Career Coach are available.
Assists unemployed or underemployed individuals with obtaining and sustaining gainful employment. Services include: job search training, interview skills/class, resume and cover letter writing, computer class and resource center. This is also an Iowa Career Access Point, which allows clients to register for work or apply for unemployment insurance through Iowa Workforce Development.
Success in the Work Place is a class that focuses on keeping a job once you get it. The focus of this class is on seven important workplace behaviors: attitude, attendance, appearance, ambition, accountability, acceptance, and appreciation.
Job Club Class is provided to help build soft skills (self-esteem, goal setting, emotions in the workplace, dealing with difficult people in the workplace, etc.).
Computer Class (basics of computer use and Word, two times per month).
Provides one-on-one assistance to job seekers for job searches, resume assistance, interview preparation, and employer connections. Multiple Career Fairs during the year connect job seekers with employers. Walk-ins and also pre-arranged appointments with a Career Coach are available.
Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, testing clerical skills, employer services, labor market and apprenticeship information, bonding, veterans services, resume design, interviewing skills, and job searching techniques. Career Resource Center and Internet use available.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need.
Registered Apprenticeship System provides information for individuals interested in apprenticeship opportunities and for employers searching for proven strategies to develop talent and build a skilled workforce. Provides information on funding opportunities, program information, services for veterans, and links to federal resources and union websites participating in the Registered Apprenticeship System. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and complete one to six years of paid, supervised, work based training and technical instruction to become certified in the profession of their choice.
Employment services including job matching and referral, job search and job placement assistance, career guidance and assessment, testing clerical skills, employer services, labor market and apprenticeship information, bonding, veterans services, resume design, interviewing skills, and job searching techniques. Career Resource Center and Internet use available.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need.
Registered Apprenticeship System provides information for individuals interested in apprenticeship opportunities and for employers searching for proven strategies to develop talent and build a skilled workforce. Provides information on funding opportunities, program information, services for veterans, and links to federal resources and union websites participating in the Registered Apprenticeship System. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and complete one to six years of paid, supervised, work based training and technical instruction to become certified in the profession of their choice.
Offers a resource center for self-help job seekers. Can also provide inter- and intra-state employment placement information, referrals to training, labor market information, job search assistance, resume assistance, and veteran employment services. Proficiency testing and testing for state employment is available.
Combined and coordinated educational services assistance, employment and job training assistance for adults and youth, child care expense help, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, and General Assistance.
Provides salaries for extra employment opportunities for the youth to participate in a summer program operated by the Higher Education Department.